Construction & Real Estate Winston-Salem, NC Pop. 249,545

Building Inspector Salary in Winston-Salem, North Carolina

The median building inspector salary in Winston-Salem, NC is $54,782 per year, which is 14% below the national median and 6.5% below the North Carolina state average.

City Median
$54,782
vs State Avg
$-3,822
vs National
$-8,918
Cost of Living
86%

Building Inspector Salary in Winston-Salem by Experience

In Winston-Salem, an entry-level building inspector earns around $36,120, while experienced professionals earn up to $81,700 per year. The local cost of living index is 86% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$36,120
$-5,880 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$55,900
$-9,100 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$81,700
$-13,300 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Winston-Salem, NC

Percentile Winston-Salem
10th Percentile $34,400
25th Percentile $43,000
Median (50th) $54,782
75th Percentile $70,520
90th Percentile $87,720

Building Inspector Salary in Other North Carolina Cities

Charlotte, NC
$62,426
Pop. 874,579
Raleigh, NC
$62,426
Pop. 467,665
Durham, NC
$60,515
Pop. 283,506
Greensboro, NC
$56,056
Pop. 299,035

How to Become a Building Inspector in Winston-Salem

Education

Most building inspector positions require a high school diploma. Winston-Salem and the surrounding North Carolina area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Building CodesInspection TechniquesBlueprint ReadingDocumentationSafety RegulationsCommunication

Job Outlook

Nationally, building inspector employment is projected to grow 3% over the next decade (as fast as average). Demand in Winston-Salem may vary based on local industry and population growth.